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Tasty Beef Stew and Dumplings

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Tasty Beef Stew and Dumplings is the epitome of comfort food, guaranteed to warm you up on chilly evenings. This hearty dish features tender chunks of beef simmered with fresh vegetables in a rich broth, topped with fluffy dumplings that soak up all the delicious flavors. Perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or cozy nights in, this recipe is not only satisfying but also easy to prepare. With budget-friendly ingredients and customizable options, it’s a meal everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds stew meat (chuck)
  • 1 large onion
  • 4-5 carrots
  • 3 cups golden potatoes
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 quarts beef stock
  • 1 cup flour (for dumplings)
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons tomato paste
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (for dumplings)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (room temperature)
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup milk
  • Fresh herbs (parsley and chives, optional)

Instructions

  1. Chop the onion, carrots, and potatoes; mince the garlic.
  2. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Coat the beef in flour and brown it for about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Add chopped vegetables, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper; stir for another 5 minutes.
  4. Mix in tomato paste and pour in the beef stock along with thyme sprigs. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for about 90 minutes.
  5. For dumplings, mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Gradually add milk until just combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough onto the stew surface; cover tightly and cook for an additional 20 minutes.

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